# Blockchain Administrator Course and Certificate

The **Blockchain Administrator** course is designed for individuals who will be responsible for overseeing the setup, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of blockchain infrastructure. During the course we focus on G6 technology as currently it is the only fully manageable blockchain product on the market. This role focuses on technical expertise, operational management, and ensuring the smooth operation of the blockchain network.

**Requirements for course:**

* Familiarity with IT systems
  * Comfort using laptops, PCs and installing software
  * Basic understanding of computer networks (domains and IP addresses)
  * Basic understanding of filesystems and folder structures
* Laptop (preferably with Linux)
* Mobile phone (preferably Android)
* Hardware wallet (optional, but highly recommended)

### **Syllabus**

**Module 1: Introduction to G6 Blockchains**

* Overview of G6 Technology
* Key Features of Gen6: Validators, Substrate Framework, EPoA Consensus, Middleware, and Distributed Storage
* Blockchain Basics: Concepts, Types, Use Cases and Limitations
* The Role of Blockchain Administrators

**Module 2: G6 Architecture and Infrastructure**

* Substrate Framework: Architecture and Customization
* Full Node and Validator Configuration
* Distributed Storage Network (DSN) Management
* G6 Middleware: Integration and Management
* Optimizing Blockchain Nodes for Performance and Scalability

**Module 3: G6 Consensus and Security**

* Enhanced Proof-of-Authority (EPoA) Consensus Mechanism
* Blockchain Security Best Practices
* Key Management and Cryptography in Gen6
* Security and Privacy in Decentralized Systems
* Handling Attacks and Threat Mitigation

**Module 4: Network Operations and Monitoring**

* Monitoring Blockchain Health: Tools and Techniques
* Managing Node Lifecycles: Deployment, Updates, and Decommissioning
* Real-Time Resource Tracking and Performance Management
* System Troubleshooting and Issue Resolution

**Module 5: System Integrations and Automation**

* Integrating G6 Blockchain with External Systems (Web2 & Web3)
* Automating Processes with G6 SDK and APIs
* Orchestrating Services with G6 Middleware
* Deploying and Managing dApps on Gen6

**Module 6: Governance and Compliance**

* Understanding Gen6's Governance Model
* Regulatory Compliance (GDPR and Data Privacy)
* Managing User Permissions and Access Control
* Implementing Best Practices for Blockchain Governance

**Module 7: Tools and Reporting**

* Using G6 Ops Manager for Node and Infrastructure Control
* Reporting and Logging for Blockchain Activities
* Performance and Usage Analytics
* Maintaining Audit Trails and Logs

**Module 8: Advanced Blockchain Administration**

* Optimizing Transaction Throughput and Block Time
* Managing Tokenomics and Smart Contract Execution
* Scalability Solutions for Enterprise-Grade Blockchain Applications
* Disaster Recovery and Backup Solutions for Blockchain Data

**Module 9: Practical Application and Case Studies**

* Real-World Scenarios for Blockchain Administrators
* Hands-on Lab: Setting up, Configuring, and Optimizing a Gen6 Blockchain Node
* Case Study: Managing a High-Volume Blockchain Network
